JOB TITLE: HOME SUPPORT WORKER
RESPONSIBLE TO: Operations Manager
This post is flexible Monday - Friday 8.30-18.00 depending on canditates availablity for work.
Responsible to the Operations Manager to undertake a range of practical tasks for older people in their own homes, within established policies and procedures of Age UK Stafford & District
**Not all of the tasks below will be required by each client.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES
1] General housework and other practical tasks.
Vacuuming Pension collection
Dusting Shopping or escorting to shops
Cleaning work surfaces Other general housework
Spring cleaning – cupboards Internal cleaning of windows
Changing beds
Any other task requested by the Home Support Team Leader
2] To report to the Home Support Team Leader if there are any concerns
regarding your client.
3] To maintain weekly timesheets – one for yourself and one for the client.
4] To hand in timesheets and monies on a weekly basis.
5] Work within the framework of the Health & Safety At Work Act and
report any accidents however small.
6] Follow confidentiality policy as outlined in your Handbook.
7] Attend any training deemed necessary.
8] Ensure all Age UK Stafford & District’s policies and procedures are
adhered to at all times
9] It is not acceptable for Age UK staff to undertake ANY private work for
for Age UK clients to which they have been introduced by our
services, directly or indirectly.
Any Home Helper undertaking work privately for our clients whilst
employed by Age UK will be in breach of contract and liable to
disciplinary procedures.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £11.44 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 2 per week
Benefits:
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- Home care: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving License (required)
Work Location: On the road
